WWE News: The Rock comments on the first openly gay NBA player

WWE star The Rock took to Twitter to comment on the first openly gay NBA player Jason Collins. "Being real and authentic is very powerful," Rock wrote. "Well done, Jason Collins, for having the courage to take a monumental step forward. #LiveReal" Follow Rock online at Twitter.com/TheRock.

Powell's POV: Pro wrestler Chris Kanyon announced that he was gay in 2006, and WWE creative consultant Pat Patterson has been openly gay for many years. Other pro wrestling personalities have also tipped their caps to Collins today, but Rock has been the most high profile.